Welcome to the Troy Maryville St. Jacob Marine Chamber of Commerce!

The Troy/Maryville/St. Jacob/Marine Chamber of Commerce is in its third decade of serving the community, and currently has over 500 members. A two person professional staff carries out day-to-day operations, under the leadership of a 14-member Board of Directors.

Calendar

Today is Wednesday December 19, 2018

Meet Santa and his Reindeer
5:00 PM - 8:00 PMSponsor: Troy Lions Club Location: Community Center
Come out and meet Santa with his Reindeer at the Community Center from 5-8pm on December 17,18 and 19. Hot chocolate and cookies are available every night. If you have any questions, contact Patti Daniel at 618-616-1583.

9:00 AM - 5:00 PMSponsor: Illinois South TourismLocation: Okawville, IL Enjoy the activities throughout the town including a craft fair, Festival of the Trees display, flea market and vendor show, and house tours that include area homes and a church. Museum sites are open and open houses take place at the stores. Breakfast with Santa begins at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday. Event hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday! 618-243-5694

Craft and Vendor Show

10:00 AM - 3:00 PMSponsor: YMCA of Southern IllinoisLocation: 1 Town Center Drive, Maryville, IL 62062Free Admission / Giveaways / Held in the Y Gymnasium We have a wide variety of crafters vendors offering unique items not found in stores. Don t miss this opportunity to do your last-minute holiday shopping and support those who ve donated to our local YMCA.

Highland Music School Grand Opening

11:00 AM - 11:30 AMSponsor: Highland Music SchoolLocation: 409 Pine Street, Highland, IL 62249Please join us for the Grand Opening Celebration of Highland Music School, located inside the Olde Wick Organ Factory at the corner of 5th & Pine Streets in Highland. This event will be hosted by the Highland Chamber of Commerce to celebrate all the businesses opening inside the old factory.

Country Christmas Stroll House Tours

11:00 AM - 4:00 PMSponsor: Illinois South TourismLocation: Okawville, ILEnjoy the activities throughout the town including a craft fair, Festival of the Trees display, flea market and vendor show, and house tours that include area homes and a church. Museum sites are open and open houses take place at the stores. Event hours are from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday! 618-243-5694

Anderson Hospital Auxiliary Vendor

8:00 AM - 4:00 PMCheck out Heavenly Sheets

Troy City Council Meeting

7:30 PM - 10:00 PMSponsor: City of TroyLocation: Troy Municipal BuildingTroy City Council Meeting at 7:30pm at Troy Municipal Building in the Council Chambers.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PMLocation: LakehouseCome out and enjoy this amazing event. There will be food and networking games. Don't miss out on an opportunity to grow your business. $10 for lunch (lunch purchase is not required)

Troy Women's Association Meeting

7:00 PM - 8:00 PMLocation: Troy Community Center

You are invited to attend one of our monthly meetings to see if TWA is right for you. Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00PM generally at the Troy Community Center.

New for 2018: Polar Express Train Room sponsored by A & R Paints and CraftsWe are collecting new, unwrapped toys to donate to Shriners Hospital. Call or sign up online today! View the flyer here.

Anderson Hospital Auxiliary Vendor

8:00 AM - 2:00 PMCheck out All About Accessories

Maryville Women's Center 20 Year Anniversary

5:00 PM - 6:00 PMSponsor: Maryville Women's CenterLocation: 2016 Vadalabene, Maryville, IL 62062Join us for the 20-year celebration of Maryville Women's Center on December 11 at 5 PM. The Maryville Women's Center is located at 2016 Vadalabene in Maryville. In addition to the ribbon cutting, the Maryville Women's Center will be hosting their Open House for patients and the community.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AMSponsor: stjucc@hometel.comLocation: 207 W. Main Street St. Jacob, IL 62281Sponsored by the Youth Group of St. Jacob UCC. Bring your friends and family. Donation baskets in place of fee

Breakfast with Santa at Edison's

8:30 AM - 11:00 AMSponsor: Edison's Entertainment ComplexLocation: 2477 S State Rte 157, Edwardsville, IL 62025Bring the kids to Edison's for Breakfast with Santa on December 15 from 8:30 to 11am. This event includes a pancake breakfast, a photo with Santa, all-access pass to: bowling, laser tag and arcade for only $16 per guest. Breakfast only tickets are $10 tax per guest. Breakfast includes scrambled eggs, breakfast meats, pancakes and beverages. RSVP and pay in advance to receive reserved seating and a gift. Walk-ins are welcome to pay at the door.

Christmas Delivery Day

8:30 AM - 11:00 AMSponsor: Ministries UnlimitedLocation: St. Jermone Catholic Church in TroyChristmas Deliveries will begin December 15 at 9am from St. Jerome Catholic Church in Troy. A light breakfast will be served at 8:30. Volunteers needed.

Tri-Township Library Book Sale

9:00 AM - 12:00 PMLocation: Tri-Township Library in Troy ILThe Friends of the library hosts two book sales each month. Come pick up great books at incredible prices. Proceeds benefit the library.

Christmas Cookie and Sweets Sale

10:00 AM - 1:00 PMSponsor: THe PentecostalsLocation: The Pentecostals of TroyThe Pentecostals of Troy, 8965 Rt. 162, Troy IL, will be hosting their annual Christmas cookie and sweet goods sale on December 15 at 10 AM. No phone orders or early orders will be accepted. For more information, please visit our online church at www.pentecostalsoftroy.org, Like The Pentecostals of Troy on Facebook, Follow us @PentecostalTroy on Twitter, email us at revbb63@aol.com or call 667-6054.

Christmas Cookie Sale

10:00 AM - 12:00 PMSponsor: United Pentecostal Church of TroyLocation: 8965 Rt. 162 Troy, IL 62294A variety of cookies and sweets at a variety of prices.

1:00 PM - 4:00 PMSponsor: Troy Lions Club Location: Activity Center (Spin City) Come out and skate Santa at the Activity Center (Spin City) from 1-4 pm on December 15. If you have any questions, contact Patti Daniel at 618-616-1583.

Meet Santa

5:00 PM - 8:00 PMSponsor: Troy Lions ClubLocation: Community Center Come out and meet Santa at the Community Center from 5-8pm on December 15. If you have any questions, contact Patti Daniel at 618-616-1583.

Christmas Celebration

10:00 AM - 11:00 AMSponsor: Gateway Family ChurchLocation: 97 Oaklawn Dr. Glen Carbon, IL 62034We will be combining both 9am and 10:30am services on Sunday, December 16th for our Gateway Family Christmas Celebration! During our special 10am joint service we will get to enjoy the wondrous voices of our Faith Factory Kids! After service join us for holiday sandwiches, chips drinks. There will also be a Hot chocolate bar and cookies!

Meet Santa

1:00 PM - 4:00 PMSponsor: Troy Lions Club Location: Community Center Come out and meet Santa at the Community Center from 5-8 pm on December 16. If you have any questions, contact Patti Daniel at 618-616-1583.

5:00 PM - 8:00 PMSponsor: Troy Lions Club Location: Community Center Come out and meet Santa with his Reindeer at the Community Center from 5-8pm on December 17,18 and 19. Hot chocolate and cookies are available every night. If you have any questions, contact Patti Daniel at 618-616-1583.

Troy City Council Meeting

7:30 PM - 10:00 PMSponsor: City of TroyLocation: Troy Municipal BuildingTroy City Council Meeting at 7:30pm at Troy Municipal Building in the Council Chambers.

Fall Vendor Fair 2018

1:00 PM - 4:00 PMSponsor: American Legion Post 708Location: American Legion, Post 708, 102 N. Main Street, Troy, Illinois 62294The Fall Vendor Fair is hosted by the American Legion, Post 708, Ladies Auxiliary. It will feature vendors and local crafters. Please contact 618-667-9892 for more info or visit The Command Post at the American Legion face book page.

Meet Santa and his Reindeer

5:00 PM - 8:00 PMSponsor: Troy Lions Club Location: Community Center Come out and meet Santa with his Reindeer at the Community Center from 5-8pm on December 17,18 and 19. Hot chocolate and cookies are available every night. If you have any questions, contact Patti Daniel at 618-616-1583.

5:00 PM - 8:00 PMSponsor: Troy Lions Club Location: Community Center Come out and meet Santa with his Reindeer at the Community Center from 5-8pm on December 17,18 and 19. Hot chocolate and cookies are available every night. If you have any questions, contact Patti Daniel at 618-616-1583.

6:00 PM - 7:15 PMSponsor: Shipley CHiropracticLocation: 2502 Pontoon Rd. Granite City, IL 62040Been curious about using essential oils for your health? Have some oils or a starter kit but not sure how to use them? Join us to learn the many benefits of using Young Living essential oils and how to apply them in your daily life to improve your physical and mental health and freshen up your home and office! Beginners or advanced welcome, free to attend

10:00 AM - 2:00 PMSponsor: The Style HouseLocation: 215 E Market St, Troy IL Do you save your Holiday Shopping until the bitter end? Do you procrastinate until it comes down to the wire? If so, you're not alone and we're here for you! This special Lularoe open house will have some great outfit deals, stocking stuffer legging deals, and more! We will even offer wrapping to make this last minute shopping even more convenient! So head on over the 22nd of December, or write down your sizes and send your friend, mom, sister, significant other etc. We'll make sure they don't miss the mark while shopping for you '

Winter Wonderland

9:00 AM - 10:30 AMSponsor: Gateway Family ChurchLocation: 97 Oaklawn Road Glen Carbon, IL 62034Winter Wonderland will come alive complete with snow for all the kids to play in on Sunday, December 23rd at 9am 10:30am! Enjoy delicious, hot cocoa to warm you from the cold an indoor snow play experience for all! Winter fun is just around the corner! Bring the entire family out for this fun-filled, community event!

10:30 AM - 11:30 AMSponsor: Gateway Family ChurchLocation: 97 Oaklawn Road Glen Carbon, IL 62034Winter Wonderland will come alive complete with snow for all the kids to play in on Sunday, December 23rd at 9am 10:30am! Enjoy delicious, hot cocoa to warm you from the cold an indoor snow play experience for all! Winter fun is just around the corner! Bring the entire family out for this fun-filled, community event!

5:00 PM - 6:00 PMSponsor: Pathway ChurchLocation: 312 South Main Street Troy,IL 62294A celebratory evening of worship where the story of Christmas is told beginning with an empty nativity. A family-friendly time of singing, reading Scripture, and worshiping the coming of King Jesus.

Sat January 12

Sun January 27

Board meetings are conducted the first and third Wednesday of each month. Trustee votes are taken on previously discussed issues.

Wed December 19St. Jacob City Council Meeting 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

The agenda is posted on the website. Any change to the date of the meeting will be posted in the bulletin box of the Village Hall.

Wed December 19Marine City Council Meeting 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Thu December 20Essential Oils Discovery Class 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM

Been curious about using essential oils for your health? Have some oils or a starter kit but not sure how to use them? Join us to learn the many benefits of using Young Living essential oils and how to apply them in your daily life to improve your physical and mental health and freshen up your home and office! Beginners or advanced welcome, free to attend

Do you save your Holiday Shopping until the bitter end? Do you procrastinate until it comes down to the wire? If so, you're not alone and we're here for you! This special Lularoe open house will have some great outfit deals, stocking stuffer legging deals, and more! We will even offer wrapping to make this last minute shopping even more convenient! So head on over the 22nd of December, or write down your sizes and send your friend, mom, sister, significant other etc. We'll make sure they don't miss the mark while shopping for you '

Sun December 23Winter Wonderland 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Winter Wonderland will come alive complete with snow for all the kids to play in on Sunday, December 23rd at 9am 10:30am! Enjoy delicious, hot cocoa to warm you from the cold an indoor snow play experience for all! Winter fun is just around the corner! Bring the entire family out for this fun-filled, community event!

Sun December 23Christmas Candle Light Service 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Christmas Carols, The Christmas Story, Silent Night by Candle Light

Sun December 23Winter Wonderland 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Winter Wonderland will come alive complete with snow for all the kids to play in on Sunday, December 23rd at 9am 10:30am! Enjoy delicious, hot cocoa to warm you from the cold an indoor snow play experience for all! Winter fun is just around the corner! Bring the entire family out for this fun-filled, community event!

Mon December 24Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Mon December 24Christmas Eve Service 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

A celebratory evening of worship where the story of Christmas is told beginning with an empty nativity. A family-friendly time of singing, reading Scripture, and worshiping the coming of King Jesus.

The Style House, is hosting a drop-in shopping fundraiser for the STL Dachshund Rescue! Lularoe will donate a portion of each purchase to the rescue and so will the owners on top of that!!! We will have wine and appetizers to munch on, a raffle drawing (don t have to be present to win) and lots of beautiful items to try on! Come support some local doggies that could use some love kindness!

The St. John Neumann Open House will be held on January 27th from noon to 3:00 pm. Come tour the school, meet our staff, and see what we have to offer our students in PreK (3yrs and 4yrs) through 8th grade! All new families registering will receive one month free tuition, up to $500!